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North Florida Pediatrics accepts all walk-ins!
North Florida Pediatrics accepts all walk-ins!
Avoid long waits in the ER. North Florida Pediatrics has weekend hours!
Avoid long waits in the ER. North Florida Pediatrics has weekend hours!
Have a clinical question in the middle of the night? Call our 24/7 nurse triage line!
Have a clinical question in the middle of the night? Call our 24/7 nurse triage line!
North Florida Pediatrics is open Saturday & Sunday, 9am to 1:30pm in Lake City.
North Florida Pediatrics is open Saturday & Sunday, 9am to 1:30pm in Lake City.
Your child's health can be unpredictable. We accept all walk in appointments to help you when you need it most.
Your child's health can be unpredictable. We accept all walk in appointments to help you when you need it most.
Your child getting sick can be scary and unexpected. We offer a 24/7 nurse triage line. Call us with any questions you have!
Your child getting sick can be scary and unexpected. We offer a 24/7 nurse triage line. Call us with any questions you have!
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North Florida Pediatrics is here for your family!
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About Us

North Florida Pediatrics started its practice in 1996 with a vision of providing the children of North Florida quality, compassionate healthcare close to home. Since then, we have opened a total of 10 offices in the North Florida area, ensuring that good health care for your child is only a short drive away.

​We continue to be a leader in pediatrics in the North Florida medical community. We are one of the first practices in the area to be a multi-county pediatric group, and to be recognized as a Patient Centered Medical Home with a Distinction in Behavioral Health Integration from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).

​This means our practice, as your Medical Home, is a central resource for all your child’s health care needs. It is a place where doctors, practitioners, and other health care team members are available when you need us, work together with you to provide comprehensive care for your child using evidence-based medicine and technology to practice the highest quality medical care .

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386 758 0003

Mon – Fri

6:00 pm – 8:00 am

Sat- Sun

2:00 pm – 9:00 am

Operating Hours

Lake City Office Only

Weekdays

8:00 am – 5:50 pm

Saturday

9:00 am – 1:30 pm

Sunday

9:00 am – 1:30 pm

Operating Hours

Live Oak

Weekdays

All Other Offices

8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Weekdays

8:30 am – 4:45 pm

Services

Newborn and Infant Care
Well-Child Checks
Behavioral health
School/Sport Physicals
Sick Visits
Chronic Conditions
Immunizations & Flu Shots
Special Needs
Tele-Health
Sports Medicine
Developmental Screenings
Pediatric Weight Management
Adolescent Medicine
In House Lab Testing
Family Planning
Minor Procedures
A Farquhar
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The best doctors experience! I'm from Maine and moved down here. We tried other offices that were just bad and got so lucky finding this one!
Stephanie Albert
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This is a great doctors office. My girls were born two months ago and I was recommended to go here by one of my nurses in the nicu. The staff is very accommodating and always answer all my questions. I always feel comfortable bringing my girls here and getting their input. I also love the ability to get help after hours and on the weekends.
Katie Bee
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We have been with this office since our oldest was born, and he’s now in high school. We started coming here when it was Dr. Mary’s Place, and we loved the continuity of care in seeing the same nurses and doctor every visit for each of our kids. Of course the practitioners have changed over more than a decade (we miss Dr. Mary and Ray!), but Betsy at the front desk has been a constant for the past few years and she is the main reason we have continued to stay with this office. She is always friendly and helpful—working with our busy schedules to make things easy and efficient, getting us in for last-minute appointments for urgent things, checking on and explaining insurance information when we have questions, and just generally going above and beyond for our family. This office has excellent clinicians (which is obviously what parents are looking for most in pediatric care) but Betsy really stands out and is the reason we keep coming back. I highly recommend this office to anyone looking for pediatric care; between Betsy and the providers, they really are the best all around.
Kristen B
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Betsy at the front desk and the PA Lana were absolutely incredible! Such a great experience and we will definitely come to this location from now on!
Nick Cheatle
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All 3 kids go here for annuals. This is one of the only times we've come for a sick call. After an hour and a half wait at the ER, we decided to try pediatrician. They might be a little wild and crazy at time, but the staff is amazing and ruled out any serious issues. Yall are great! 10/10 highly recommend.
Samantha Gallegos
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Great place! Never really much of a wait and they treat my son so well and are very understanding with his fear of the doctor's office. Love that they open Monday-Sunday and they got after hours calls in case you got a question that can't wait for the next day. I definitely would and have recommended this doctor's office.
Laurel Carter
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The best pediatrician I can have! Maria is my all time favorite and Ashley is amazing! They are both so polite and respectable! They treat my kids like their own! The facility is absolutely amazingly clean
Stephanie Albert
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This is a great doctors office. My girls were born two months ago and I was recommended to go here by one of my nurses in the nicu. The staff is very accommodating and always answer all my questions. I always feel comfortable bringing my girls here and getting their input. I also love the ability to get help after hours and on the weekends.
Samantha Dahan
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I feel so welcomed whenever I come when I first enter a smile from Betsy whose so sweet and accommodating makes every patient feel at home . To the provider Lana Smith who comes in to the room gentle and with a smile , I can’t express anymore how much I Love love this office
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Newborn & Infant Care

At North Florida Pediatrics we provide unique expertise in all aspects of newborn care, parental education and support. Our job is to help nurture and care for newborns while providing guidance and education for the parents.

 

Our board certified providers will be able to assists our parents with compassionate care such as:

  • Bathing

  • Diaper Rash Prevention

  • Feeding

  • Fever/illnesses

  • Genitalia Care for all genders

  • Health & Safety Tips

  • Immunizations

  • Juandice

  • Sleeping

  • Stools

  • Umbilicial Cord Care

  • Urine

  • Vitals

  • Vitamins

  • Weight Management

  • & Much More.

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Well-Child Checks

It is important for children to visit the pediatrician at regular intervals. During these visits we will evaluate your child’s growth and development; administer vaccines; discuss behavior, safety and nutrition; administer hearing and vision tests; run routine lab tests; and answer any questions you may have.

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Behavioral & Developmental Health

Our Behavorial & Delevopemental Health Services consists of:

When a child is diagnosed with a behavorial health issue parents often have concerns about which treatment is right for their child. Behavorial & Developmental Health can be managed with the right treatment. There are many treatment options, and what works best can depend on the individual child and family. To find the best options, it is recommended that parents work closely with others involved in their child’s life—healthcare providers, therapists, teachers, coaches, and other family members.

 

Here at North Florida Pediatrics, we will strive to provide the most compassionate care we possibly can.

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School/Sports Physicals

We provide a full exam and necessary papers to fulfill back-to-school, sports and camps requirements.

We will make sure you hit the ground running with your sports physical.

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Sick Visits

(Coughs, Sneezes, Cold, Flu, Cuts, Minor Injuries, Etc.)

 

We make every effort to schedule appointments for ill children on the day that you call us. Please call our office early in the day so we can minimize the time that you will spend waiting.

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Chronic conditions & Special Needs

All children will likely have many different health problems during infancy and childhood, but for most children these problems are mild, they come and go, and they do not interfere with their daily life and development. For some children, however, chronic health conditions affect everyday life throughout childhood. We’ll define a chronic health condition as a health problem that lasts over three months, affects your child’s normal activities, and requires lots of hospitalizations and/or home health care and/or extensive medical care. Chronic condition is an “umbrella” term. Children with chronic illnesses may be ill or well at any given time, but they are always living with their condition. Some examples of chronic conditions include (but are not limited to):

  • Asthma (the most common)

  • Diabetes

  • Cerebral palsy

  • Sickle cell anemia

  • Cystic fibrosis

  • Cancer

  • AIDS

  • Epilepsy

  • Spina bifida

  • Congenital heart problems

Even though these are very different illnesses, kids and families dealing with any chronic condition have a lot in common. Learning to live with a chronic condition can be very challenging for a child, for parents, and for siblings and friends. North Florida Pediatrics will be able to provide that compassionate care every step of the way!

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Immunizations & Flu Shots

Our practice believes that all children should receive the recommended vaccines according to the guidelines provided by the AAP and the CDC. Vaccines are safe and effective in preventing diseases and health complications in children and young adults. Regular vaccinations help children ward off infections, and they are administered as one of the safest and best methods of disease prevention.

 

We are happy to discuss your concerns about vaccines at your child’s next visit.

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Special Needs

All children will likely have many different health problems during infancy and childhood, but for most children these problems are mild, they come and go, and they do not interfere with their daily life and development. For some children, however, chronic health conditions affect everyday life throughout childhood. We’ll define a chronic health condition as a health problem that lasts over three months, affects your child’s normal activities, and requires lots of hospitalizations and/or home health care and/or extensive medical care. Chronic condition is an “umbrella” term. Children with chronic illnesses may be ill or well at any given time, but they are always living with their condition. Some examples of chronic conditions include (but are not limited to):

  • Asthma (the most common)

  • Diabetes

  • Cerebral palsy

  • Sickle cell anemia

  • Cystic fibrosis

  • Cancer

  • AIDS

  • Epilepsy

  • Spina bifida

  • Congenital heart problems

Even though these are very different illnesses, kids and families dealing with any chronic condition have a lot in common. Learning to live with a chronic condition can be very challenging for a child, for parents, and for siblings and friends. North Florida Pediatrics will be able to provide that compassionate care every step of the way!

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Telehealth

Our motto is compassionate care close to home. We are so excited that now we can offer compassionate care at home!

 

Call Us to schedule your first virtual telehealth visit!

 

All insurances are currently covering virtual telehealth visits. These visits are subject to your normal co-pay and/or deductible amounts.

 

In order to be eligible, you must have a smartphone/tablet/laptop with camera and microphone. You will also need a thermometer and scale at home.

 

We are offering the following services via telehealth:

♥ Allergy medication refills

♥ Asthma maintenance & medication refills

♥ Behavioral health follow-ups

♥ COVID-19 Screening

♥ Help with Formula issues

♥ Diagnosis and treatment for:

♥ Constipation

♥ Diaper Rash

♥ Diarrhea

♥ Ear Pain

♥ Eczema

♥ Hand foot mouth disease

♥ Impetigo

♥ Insect Bites

♥ Pinworms

♥ Pink eye

♥ Rash

♥ Reflux

♥ Seasonal Allergies

♥ Sore throat with fever

♥ Sty

♥ Thrush

♥ Vomiting

 

If your child is sick, and you are interested in scheduling a telemedicine visit with one of our providers give us a call! Our doors are still open at all our locations with normal business hours!

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Sports Medicine

Because their bones, muscles and bodies are still growing, teen athletes need specialized care after a sports-related injury or illness. So, where you take them matters. Our experts are trained in age-appropriate techniques and focused on treating sports-related injuries and conditions in elite young athletes.

 

We provide comprehensive assessment, treatment and expert advice for growing athletes with injuries and conditions that affect sports performance. When it comes to young athletes, where you take them matters. Because we only work with kids and teens, we recognize when they’re ready to progress to the next level of treatment and how to push them. We use special techniques and mechanics and improve sport performance.

 

If your growing athlete has an injury, it’s important they see a sports medicine team trained in pediatrics, and one that understands how to diagnose and care for kids and teens to avoid long-term damage. Our multidisciplinary team develops specialized, effective treatments that return teen athletes to playing their sport as safely and quickly as possible.

 

We treat growing athletes who have a wide range of sports-related injuries and conditions, including:

  • Back, neck and spine

  • Upper body

  • Lower body

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Developmental Screenings

If a child has a developmental delay, it is important to identify it early so that the child and family can receive needed intervention services and support. Here at North Florida Pediatrics we play a critical role in monitoring children’s growth and development and identifying problems as early as possible. Developmental Screenings & Monitoring includes:

  • Monitor the child’s development at each visit.

  • Periodically screen children with validated tools to identify any areas of concern that may require a further examination or evaluation.

  • Ensure that more comprehensive developmental evaluations are completed if risks are identified.

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Pediatric Weight Management

At North Florida Pediatrics we take a personalized approach for children who are at an unhealthy weight or at risk of childhood obesity and its related conditions. Our pediatric weight management team works together with your family to help your child make healthy lifestyle choices and changes.

 

We offer patients with obesity a comprehensive, compassionate personalized treatment plan to achieve weight loss and reduce — or in some cases reverse — the complications associated with being overweight.

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Adolescent Medicine

North Florida Pediatrics focuses on the medical and emotional issues most specific to teenagers and young adults, including puberty, sexuality, identity, mental health, social and emotional development.

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In House Lab Testing

Our In-house lab testing at North Florida Pediatrics consists of:

  • Strep Throat

  • RSV

  • Influenza

  • Lead

  • Hemoglobin

  • Urine Analysis

  • Hemoccult

  • Lipid Panel

  • HgbA1C

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Family Planning

Family Planning & Counseling:

Having a baby? Come see us first!

  • You are welcome to come visit our office so you feel comfortable in your choice for your baby’s first pediatrician. Let us know what we can do for you – we are pleased to answer your questions, provide office tours, and meet with your provider of choice!

  • Convenient, comfortable, compassionate medical care close to home near you

  • Walk-ins are always welcome.

Confidential STI treatment:

The provision of confidentiality and the ability of adolescents to consent for certain health concerns are the cornerstone of optimal adolescent health-care. Here at North Florida Pediatrics your confidentiality comes first. We will provide the most compassionate care we can while being able to stay true to our privacy policies.

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Minor Procedures

(wart removal, incision & drainage, simple suture, etc.)

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